Under One Person: Did Zuo Ruotong and I switch bodies?

Zhang Xilin's change was something Zuo Ruotong hadn't expected. In the days that followed, he really didn't mention the ban again, and seemed to have stopped taking precautions.

"From today onwards, you no longer need to come every day. You can cultivate at home. If you have any questions, feel free to come and ask..."

"If you'd like, come over for a casual meal in the morning, noon, or evening; it'll be more lively than having it all alone."

Although she could sense that his sudden change was for another purpose, Zuo Ruotong didn't care.

If a teacher is willing to impart knowledge, skills, and resolve doubts, he is already a competent master. So how can a disciple only care about himself?

"No need, Master. I can come every day and help you."

Even so, he would still go to the fields every day to cultivate with Zhang Chulan.

As his cultivation continued, Zuo Ruotong increasingly felt the miraculous power of this "fundamental method," which not only made his reversal of aging cultivation twice as effective, but also gradually produced extraordinary phenomena...

In just one month, the wisp of Qi that was injected into his Niwan Palace changed and transformed into a curled-up, newly developing infant, that is, the form of an "embryo"!

"This is... a Nascent Soul?!"

The Xuanmen internal alchemy method, in addition to the stages of refining essence into qi and refining qi into spirit, also has different alchemical realms, which are generally divided into five realms: refining qi, building the foundation, forming the elixir, nascent soul, and transforming into spirit.

Even the Three Ones Sect, which operates in reverse order, follows the same principle. Refining the void into spirit and circulating the Qi throughout the body is called "refining Qi". Once the Qi circulation is complete, one begins "foundation building". Stepping into the second level prepares for "forming the core" and reaching the ultimate level of the core results in "nascent soul".

The essence of these five realms is the transformation of one's own life. It begins with tempering the physical body or the soul, refining life to generate Qi, and then using internal Qi to refine one's own spirit, integrating essence and Qi into the soul in order to achieve the state of ascension.

The so-called "nascent soul" is formed when the three elements of nature, life, and qi are integrated into one, allowing the primordial spirit to sublimate and condense into a sacred embryo. At this point, the body can absorb innate qi to replenish its lifespan, thus achieving the ability to live as long as heaven.

The possibility of truly reaching the heavens has been realized!

Before his soul transmigrated to this place, Zuo Ruotong had already cultivated the "Golden Core" to its peak, but he had not yet seen the gate to the "Nascent Soul," which was a common problem for all the disciples of the Sanyi Sect.

Therefore, upon seeing this embryo, he was shocked. In his previous life, he had searched everywhere but could not find a way, yet now the embryo had formed so easily and even inexplicably. It was simply unbelievable!

"Yes, this is indeed a Nascent Soul..."

"But it's just a prototype."

When Zuo Ruotong asked, Zhang Xilin immediately explained: "It has the basic characteristics of a Nascent Soul, that is, it integrates your own nature, life, and Qi, but since you haven't reached the Dan realm, it's just an empty shell."

"Of course, although it is called an empty shell, it still possesses the essence of a nascent soul and has some nascent soul power. The most basic thing is that it can absorb innate qi into its body, grow stronger on its own, and feed back to its cultivation level, accelerating the cultivation of the main body."

"I see……"

Over the past month, Zuo Ruotong did feel that his efficiency in drawing innate Qi into his body had become faster, and he knew it was due to the "Root Method". However, he never thought that he would actually condense a nascent nascent soul.

  

But now that he knows the truth, he understands the principle: the nascent soul is the beginning of the innate state, and this method condenses the nascent soul at the beginning of cultivation, which is the way of the innate state...

Just like the San Yi Men's cultivation begins with the spiritual essence, preparing for the formation of the infant spirit from the very beginning, it's the same principle.

From this perspective, this method is even more compatible with reversing birth, not only accelerating cultivation but also solving the problems of reversing birth, such as the inability to form an infant and the difficulty in entering the three stages.

"Could it be that my soul's transmigration this time was truly ordained by fate?!"

Thinking this, Zuo Ruotong suddenly asked curiously, "Master, since you created this method and have cultivated for so many years, you should have already completed the Nascent Soul stage?"

"..."

"well--"

Zhang Xilin remained silent for a moment.

But he sighed.

"That's how it should have been, but after I comprehended this method, something happened that left me severely injured, my life hanging by a thread, and I was unable to recover... so I was unable to complete the Nascent Soul formation."

To truly form an infant, one's life force must be complete; any damage to it will hinder the process.

"If I had learned this method at the beginning of my cultivation, it could have solved the problem. Unfortunately, when I was injured, my cultivation was still too shallow. Like you, I only had a rudimentary form. Even if I continued to cultivate after being seriously injured, I could only recover to a rough state, but I could never achieve perfection..."

However, without achieving the Nascent Soul stage, one cannot enter the Innate realm, thus failing to replenish lifespan. Furthermore, the foundation has been damaged, leading to this situation...

His lifespan is coming to an end.

Zhang Xilin didn't mention lifespan, but simply smiled and said, "You're really lucky, kid. Not only have you cultivated 'Reverse Life,' but you've also obtained my method. Your future achievements will be immeasurable!"

"As your master, I don't ask anything else of you. If you ever reach a high position in the future, just don't forget who transmitted the Dharma to you. If you have the capacity, help my grandson so that he can live a smooth life. That will be enough."

Having experienced this injury firsthand, Zuo Ruotong immediately promised, "No matter what happens to me in the future, I will definitely keep this promise!"

The more he learned and practiced, the more he discovered the wonder of this "fundamental Dharma," and naturally understood how great a kindness this was, and how he should repay it wholeheartedly.

But he immediately realized something was wrong: "Master, even if your lifespan is limited, don't you still have Brother Yude?"

"He's wild by nature; I don't trust him with Chu Lan..."

"Of course, you don't need to feel burdened. The essence of spiritual practice is sincerity. Just follow your heart."

Although Zhang Xilin spoke casually and didn't show anything else, Zuo Ruotong felt as if he were entrusting her with a difficult task. A thought struck her, and she secretly activated her innate ability...

"This is?!"

Upon closer observation, he indeed discovered an aura of death emanating from the man, and a hint of death intent in his eyes—the very aura of someone determined to face death. He couldn't help but wonder, "What is he trying to do?"

Zuo Ruotong didn't ask directly about this, but simply nodded solemnly: "Master, rest assured, I will keep my word!"

"Um……"

Zhang Xilin nodded slightly, looked in the direction of his grandson, and saw the little guy being beaten by his father again. He couldn't help but smile: "That's good."

Then he thought of something.

"By the way, you've been training with me for some time now. I'm not worried about your cultivation, but as for your protective methods..."

"Yu De, stop!"

After calling his son and grandson over, Zhang Xilin suddenly said, "Chu Lan, haven't you always wanted to spar with Ming Chen? Let's start today..."

He then looked at his apprentice.

"Are you sure you can do it?"

"certainly."

Zuo Ruotong was well aware of the dangers of the martial world; without sufficient means to protect himself, it would be difficult to move forward, which was why he had never left the village.

In the past few days, besides practicing the Reverse Life and the Original Root Method, he has also been organizing the methods that this body has mastered. Since he already possesses them, there is no need to give them up.

Just take it and use it.